Low Cost Vans has unveiled a new short-term van hire division, pivoting to meet changing customer demand driven by Covid-19.
Dubbed LCV Hire, the new division now enables customers to rent vehicles by the day, providing more flexibility than the firm’s traditional offering of long-term lease and contract hire and also focused on value.
It follows fast-rising client enquiries for short-term hire and rental arrangements on the back of Covid-19-related restrictions and the subsequent economic distribution.
LCV Hire will offer a wide range of vehicle types and hire duration options for both private and commercial clients.
Commercial clients have the option of short-term hire – such as a week or two – or for longer-term hire – which could be between six to 12 months plus in duration.
Private clients can take advantage of retail rental with insurance included in the hire price and durations from just one day.
Rod Lloyd, managing director of Low Cost Vans, said: “As a company, we have grown steadily and gone from strength to strength in our core business of making commercial vehicles available to companies and individuals across the UK, keeping businesses on the road and the economy moving in the process.
our commercial and private clients means that they can be assured of a top-quality service, without having to enter into a long-term contract. It is tailor made for businesses that have demands that change and who require flexibility over the size of their fleet.”
The new unit will be led by rental manager Daniel Osman who brings 10 years’ experience in the rental industry. He joins an expanding workforce which has acquired an additional 10 staff including a new analyst, a new head of marketing and a new director of compliance.
In early 2020 the company also launched two new businesses: First National Cars, specialising in car leasing; and First Electric Vehicles, which will help and encourage its customers to switch to electric vehicles when their leases are due for renewal.
One of the key areas’ LCV Hire is focused on is the introduction of electric vans for rental. With the availability of electric vans increasing, along with the desire for a greener future, the company sees this as a very important part of its business plan.
